Principal Threat Researcher (Unit 42)
Core
Lead independent threat research on nation-state APTs, cybercrime, and supply-chain risks to protect national security missions.
Role type
Principal Threat Researcher (National Security)
Builds
Custom intelligence research, threat analysis, and actionable findings for national security stakeholders.
Domain
Cybersecurity / Threat Intelligence / National Security
Required skills
Threat intelligence analysis, adversary attack lifecycle knowledge, TTP identification, data correlation, pivot analysis, C2 infrastructure mapping, scripting for data collection, tool development.
Preferred skills
Malware analysis, dark web research, government agency collaboration, public speaking, mentoring.
Technologies
Passive DNS, network infrastructure analysis tools, host-based information analysis tools, malware analysis tools.
Responsibilities
Collect and correlate global threat data into intelligence stories; design and maintain research tools and workflows; perform pivot analysis to map C2 infrastructure; deliver rapid-turnaround analysis during cyber events; mentor junior analysts.
Seniority
Principal, independent IC with mentorship responsibilities
